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Cheap flights from Chicago (CHI) to Africa from $294

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CHI — JNB
jun. 16 — jun. 231
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dom. 6/16
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How far in advance should I book a flight from Chicago to Africa?

To save up to 7% on this flight, we recommend booking at least 49 days prior to travel. The price may fluctuate and will likely increase closer to your departure date. Users on Cheapflights have found tickets from Chicago to Africa from $880 1-2 weeks out and tickets from $1,179 for flights departing within the next 72 hours.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Chicago to Africa?

Our data shows that February tends to be the cheapest month to fly to Africa from Chicago. Users have commonly found prices around $1,145 for the month, but tickets can be as low as $740. Due to multiple factors, prepare for potentially higher prices in July.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from CHI to AF?

When flying from Chicago to Africa, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

Cheap Chicago to Africa flights in June & July 2024

Find cheap flight options from Chicago to Africa specifically for the months of June and July 2024. Explore affordable fares based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 3,117,830 searches. Prices were last updated on junio 11, 2024.
dom. 7/217:45 pmORD - CAI
1 stop17h 30mMultiple Airlines
vie. 9/2011:10 amCAI - ORD
1 stop14h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/10$750
jue. 7/47:15 pmORD - CAI
1 stop23h 00mSWISS
mar. 9/103:10 amCAI - ORD
1 stop17h 00mSWISS
Deal found 6/10$762
vie. 7/127:45 pmORD - CAI
1 stop17h 30mMultiple Airlines
lun. 8/2611:10 amCAI - ORD
1 stop14h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/11$774
lun. 7/83:50 pmORD - CAI
2 stops26h 25mSWISS
mar. 9/103:10 amCAI - ORD
1 stop20h 45mSWISS
Deal found 6/10$784
lun. 7/89:25 pmORD - CAI
1 stop21h 00mMultiple Airlines
lun. 7/156:25 pmCAI - ORD
2 stops28h 29mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/10$793
lun. 7/89:25 pmORD - CAI
1 stop21h 00mLufthansa
mar. 9/104:35 pmCAI - ORD
1 stop28h 20mLufthansa
Deal found 6/10$802
jue. 7/117:45 pmORD - CAI
1 stop17h 30mMultiple Airlines
sáb. 8/2411:10 amCAI - ORD
1 stop14h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/11$806
mié. 7/246:00 pmORD - CMN
1 stop16h 10mTAP AIR PORTUGAL
mar. 10/85:00 pmCMN - ORD
1 stop29h 10mTAP AIR PORTUGAL
Deal found 6/11$813
jue. 7/47:15 pmORD - CAI
1 stop23h 00mSWISS
lun. 9/93:10 amCAI - ORD
1 stop17h 00mSWISS
Deal found 6/9$816

Chicago to Africa 2024 flight deals

Discover exclusive flight deals for travel between Chicago and Africa in 2024. Find excellent offers based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 3,117,830 searches. Data last updated junio 11, 2024.
lun. 10/711:25 amORD - CMN
1 stop21h 25mTurkish Airlines
mar. 10/224:45 pmCMN - ORD
1 stop22h 55mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 6/11$632
lun. 9/98:30 pmORD - CMN
1 stop36h 20mTurkish Airlines
jue. 9/264:45 pmCMN - ORD
1 stop22h 55mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 6/10$633
lun. 10/76:00 pmORD - CMN
1 stop16h 10mTAP AIR PORTUGAL
mar. 10/155:00 pmCMN - ORD
1 stop29h 10mTAP AIR PORTUGAL
Deal found 6/9$648
mié. 10/98:30 pmORD - CMN
1 stop36h 20mTurkish Airlines
mié. 10/234:45 pmCMN - ORD
1 stop31h 00mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 6/10$658
mié. 11/2011:55 amORD - CMN
1 stop19h 55mTurkish Airlines
mar. 12/34:45 pmCMN - ORD
1 stop24h 25mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 6/11$666
dom. 9/228:30 pmORD - CMN
1 stop36h 20mTurkish Airlines
dom. 10/64:45 pmCMN - ORD
1 stop22h 55mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 6/11$672
mié. 8/148:30 pmORD - CMN
1 stop36h 20mTurkish Airlines
jue. 10/314:45 pmCMN - ORD
1 stop32h 40mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 6/9$673
mié. 8/143:00 pmORD - TUN
1 stop20h 05mITA Airways
mar. 9/106:10 pmTUN - ORD
1 stop25h 00mITA Airways
Deal found 6/11$685
mié. 8/143:00 pmORD - TUN
1 stop20h 05mITA Airways
mar. 9/106:10 pmTUN - ORD
1 stop25h 00mITA Airways
Deal found 6/10$686

Chicago to Africa flights leaving soon

Find last-minute flight options from Chicago to Africa for spontaneous travel. Discover available flights and compare prices based on user searches. Secure great deals and offers for spontaneous trips with quick booking options. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 3,117,830 searches. Data last updated junio 11, 2024.
dom. 6/169:25 pmORD - CAI
1 stop21h 00mLufthansa
lun. 6/245:00 amCAI - ORD
1 stop15h 55mLufthansa
Deal found 6/10$806
mié. 6/196:35 pmORD - CAI
1 stop24h 35mLufthansa
dom. 6/304:35 pmCAI - ORD
2 stops27h 40mLufthansa
Deal found 6/11$851
dom. 6/169:25 pmORD - CAI
1 stop21h 00mLufthansa
mié. 6/264:35 pmCAI - ORD
1 stop28h 20mLufthansa
Deal found 6/10$853
lun. 6/177:15 pmORD - CAI
1 stop23h 00mMultiple Airlines
mié. 7/105:15 pmCAI - ORD
2 stops29h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/9$859
dom. 6/169:25 pmORD - CAI
1 stop21h 00mMultiple Airlines
lun. 7/15:15 pmCAI - ORD
2 stops29h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/10$861
lun. 6/177:15 pmORD - CAI
1 stop23h 00mSWISS
mar. 7/23:10 amCAI - ORD
2 stops42h 55mSWISS
Deal found 6/10$863
mar. 6/186:00 amORD - CAI
2 stops36h 25mMultiple Airlines
mar. 6/2510:35 amCAI - ORD
2 stops18h 09mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/11$868
mar. 6/187:15 pmORD - CAI
1 stop23h 00mSWISS
lun. 6/243:10 amCAI - ORD
1 stop17h 00mSWISS
Deal found 6/11$876
mar. 6/1810:30 pmORD - CAI
1 stop20h 40mLufthansa
lun. 9/235:00 amCAI - ORD
1 stop15h 55mLufthansa
Deal found 6/10$880

One-way flights to Africa from Chicago

Search for one-way flight options from Chicago to Africa. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Compare prices and availability to plan your one-way journey according to your preferred dates and budget. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 3,117,830 searches. Data last updated junio 11, 2024.
dom. 9/84:57 pmORD - TUN
3 stops44h 23mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/11$294
lun. 9/95:19 pmORD - TUN
2 stops22h 31mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/11$298
sáb. 9/75:19 pmORD - TUN
2 stops32h 56mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/11$300
dom. 9/84:57 pmORD - TUN
2 stops22h 53mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/11$306
dom. 9/84:57 pmORD - CAI
2 stops32h 08mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/11$306
vie. 9/64:57 pmORD - TUN
2 stops22h 53mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/11$308
sáb. 8/176:00 pmORD - CMN
2 stops19h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/10$356
mié. 9/115:19 pmORD - CAI
2 stops20h 11mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/11$356
mar. 8/205:26 pmORD - CAI
2 stops35h 19mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/10$360

Find flights from Chicago to Africa within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from Chicago to Africa that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 3,117,830 searches. Data last updated junio 11, 2024.

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Chicago O'Hare IntlCasablanca Mohamed V

ORD - CMN

ORDCMN

Chicago O'Hare Intl

lun. 9/9

1 stop36h 20m

Casablanca Mohamed V

jue. 9/26

1 stop22h 55m

$633

Chicago O'Hare IntlCasablanca Mohamed V

ORD - CMN

ORDCMN

Chicago O'Hare Intl

lun. 10/7

1 stop16h 10m

Casablanca Mohamed V

mar. 10/15

1 stop29h 10m

$648

Chicago O'Hare IntlTunis Carthage

ORD - TUN

ORDTUN

Chicago O'Hare Intl

mié. 8/14

1 stop20h 05m

Tunis Carthage

mar. 9/10

1 stop25h 00m

$685

Chicago O'Hare IntlCasablanca Mohamed V

ORD - CMN

ORDCMN

Chicago O'Hare Intl

lun. 10/7

2 stops21h 25m

Casablanca Mohamed V

mar. 10/15

2 stops30h 05m

$709

Chicago O'Hare IntlCasablanca Mohamed V

ORD - CMN

ORDCMN

Chicago O'Hare Intl

dom. 12/1

2 stops14h 40m

Casablanca Mohamed V

mar. 12/10

1 stop14h 00m

$761

Chicago O'Hare IntlTunis Carthage

ORD - TUN

ORDTUN

Chicago O'Hare Intl

mié. 12/4

2 stops30h 00m

Tunis Carthage

sáb. 12/21

1 stop14h 05m

$805

Chicago O'Hare IntlCasablanca Mohamed V

ORD - CMN

ORDCMN

Chicago O'Hare Intl

mar. 10/15

2 stops18h 25m

Casablanca Mohamed V

mié. 11/6

1 stop31h 45m

$813

Chicago O'Hare IntlCairo

ORD - CAI

ORDCAI

Chicago O'Hare Intl

jue. 7/4

1 stop23h 00m

Cairo

lun. 9/9

1 stop17h 00m

$816

Chicago O'Hare IntlCairo

ORD - CAI

ORDCAI

Chicago O'Hare Intl

mar. 7/23

1 stop27h 55m

Cairo

vie. 9/20

1 stop38h 20m

$818

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Reviews of airlines servicing Africa

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Africa. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Africa. Reviews last updated junio 11, 2024.
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,870 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.3

Food

7.9

Entertainment

8.3

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

The seats were very uncomfortable. I along with maybe 4 other passengers were never given our breakfast meal. The attendant completely forgot about us. For such a long flight the seats should be made with more comfort in mind. Just because it is economy doesn’t mean we don’t deserve comfort.

Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,870 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,870 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.3

Food

7.9

Entertainment

8.3

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

The seats were very uncomfortable. I along with maybe 4 other passengers were never given our breakfast meal. The attendant completely forgot about us. For such a long flight the seats should be made with more comfort in mind. Just because it is economy doesn’t mean we don’t deserve comfort.

Delta
8.0
Very good
10,277 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,870 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.3

Food

7.9

Entertainment

8.3

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

The seats were very uncomfortable. I along with maybe 4 other passengers were never given our breakfast meal. The attendant completely forgot about us. For such a long flight the seats should be made with more comfort in mind. Just because it is economy doesn’t mean we don’t deserve comfort.

KLM
7.9
Good
1,470 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,870 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.3

Food

7.9

Entertainment

8.3

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

The seats were very uncomfortable. I along with maybe 4 other passengers were never given our breakfast meal. The attendant completely forgot about us. For such a long flight the seats should be made with more comfort in mind. Just because it is economy doesn’t mean we don’t deserve comfort.

RwandAir
7.9
Good
48 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,870 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.3

Food

7.9

Entertainment

8.3

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

The seats were very uncomfortable. I along with maybe 4 other passengers were never given our breakfast meal. The attendant completely forgot about us. For such a long flight the seats should be made with more comfort in mind. Just because it is economy doesn’t mean we don’t deserve comfort.

SWISS
7.7
Good
1,910 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,870 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.3

Food

7.9

Entertainment

8.3

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

The seats were very uncomfortable. I along with maybe 4 other passengers were never given our breakfast meal. The attendant completely forgot about us. For such a long flight the seats should be made with more comfort in mind. Just because it is economy doesn’t mean we don’t deserve comfort.

Related info for your journey

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  • Can I find flights from Chicago to Africa for under $700 on Cheapflights?

    Yes, there are multiple flights from Chicago to Africa for under $700. The cheapest flight booked recently is on Turkish Airlines for just $633, but on average you can expect to pay $739.

  • Are there last-minute flights available from Chicago to Africa for under $900?

    There are currently 20+ open flights from Chicago to Africa within the next 7 days for less than $900.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Chicago to Africa one-way?

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with TAP AIR PORTUGAL, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $364. Turkish Airlines flights start at $383 while deals on ITA Airways start at $403 one-way.

  • What are the most popular routes from Chicago to Africa?

    The most popular route from Chicago to Africa is Chicago O'Hare Intl - Cairo. You may also consider Chicago O'Hare Intl - Lagos Murtala Muhammed or Chicago O'Hare Intl - Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl.

  • What does ORD to JNB mean?

    ORD and JNB are unique codes to identify airports used in the aviation industry. They are defined by IATA (International Air Transport Association) and are commonly called IATA codes. ORD to JNB refers to a flight route from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport. Cairo Airport (CAI), Cape Town Intl Airport (CPT), Marrakech Menara Airport (RAK), Casablanca Mohamed V Airport (CMN), Tunis Carthage Airport (TUN) are other airports near this flight route and their unique identifiers/IATA codes.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Chicago to Africa that include extra baggage allowance?

    The amount of baggage you can bring on your Chicago to Africa flight depends on the airline and the type of fare you've chosen. After entering your flight details, you'll be able to view the specific baggage policies for each deal in the search results. Keep in mind that certain deals may offer additional baggage allowance.

  • Can I find deals on flights from Chicago to Africa with specific airlines?

    Yes, Cheapflights allows you to browse and filter Chicago to Africa flight deals by airline. After entering your origin and destination, use the available filters to view flights offered by airlines.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Chicago to Africa that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Chicago to Africa flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Chicago to Africa?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Chicago to Africa.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Chicago to Africa?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Chicago to Africa by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Chicago to Africa that allow pets onboard?

    Many airlines flying from Chicago to Africa offer the option to travel with pets. After selecting a flight deal, you can find more information about the airline's pet policy on their official website or by contacting the airline directly. Please note that additional fees and restrictions may apply.

  • Can I find deals on last-minute flights from Chicago to Africa?

    Yes, you can often find last-minute deals on Chicago to Africa flights on Cheapflights. However, these deals can vary and may not always be available. We recommend checking back frequently or signing up for price alerts for the most up-to-date deals.

  • How recently were the Chicago to Africa flight deals updated?

    The Chicago to Africa flight deals you see on this page were last updated on 6/11.

  • What are the most popular airlines that fly from Chicago to Africa?

    American Airlines, Air France and British Airways are the most popular airlines when flying from Chicago to Africa.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Chicago to Africa?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Chicago to Africa (average of $1,192). Flying from Chicago to Africa in July is currently the most expensive (average of $1,746). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Top 10 airlines flying from Chicago to Africa

Discover the top 10 airlines that operate flights from Chicago to Africa. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 3,117,830 searches. Data last updated junio 11, 2024.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
IberiaCheapest$506Average$1,013FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
British AirwaysCheapest$510Average$1,251FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
American AirlinesCheapest$542Average$1,234FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
ITA AirwaysCheapest$587Average$997FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
JetBlueCheapest$592Average$1,005FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Air CanadaCheapest$691Average$1,151FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
Royal JordanianCheapest$703Average$821FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time61%
United AirlinesCheapest$729Average$1,280FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
Ethiopian AirCheapest$758Average$1,110FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
KLMCheapest$758Average$1,227FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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